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Dr. Rob Annan to Lead Genome Canada
Tuesday, November 12, 2019
On behalf of the Board of Directors of Genome Canada, Chair of the Board Dr. Elizabeth Douville announced today the appointment of Dr. Rob Annan as the organization’s new President and CEO, starting January 1, 2020.
Notice of Upcoming Funding Opportunity: 2020 Large-Scale Applied Research Project Competition: Genomic Solutions for Natural Resources and the Environment
Tuesday, October 15, 2019
Genome Canada is pleased to advise the research community of an upcoming funding opportunity – the 2020 Large-Scale Applied Research Project Competition: Genomic Solutions for Natural Resources and the Environment. This Competition is anticipated to be formally launched in January 2020 with detailed guidelines and application forms available at that time. Genome Canada is in discussion with other organizations as potential partners for this competition.
Government of Canada makes major investment in genomics research
Tuesday, July 23, 2019
Funding supports regional Genome Centres, more than 300 genomics researchers
Genomics research is driving innovation across fields such as health, forestry, agriculture, fisheries and energy, leading to major developments to our economy while improving Canadians’ health and environment.
Genome Canada welcomes new Chair to Board of Directors
Friday, June 28, 2019
Genome Canada is pleased to announce that Dr. Elizabeth Douville has been appointed as Chair of the Board of Directors.
Genome Canada congratulates Dr. Bartha Knoppers, recipient of 2019 Friesen Prize
Thursday, March 28, 2019
Genome Canada is delighted to extend its sincere congratulations to Dr. Bartha Knoppers for being awarded the 2019 Henry G. Friesen International Prize in Health Research. The prestigious award recognizes outstanding contributions to leadership in health research — we cannot think of a more deserving recipient.
Genome Canada receives five-year, $100.5 million commitment from Government of Canada
Tuesday, March 19, 2019
The renewed support from the Government of Canada will strengthen Genome Canada’s network of leading genomics researchers